Ejercía (en. Exercise)
/e xeɾˈθi.a/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The action of engaging in physical activity.
Daily exercise is essential for maintaining health.
El ejercía diario es fundamental para mantener la salud.
A set of activities carried out to achieve a fitness goal.
Practice this exercise to tone your muscles.
Práctica este ejercía para tonificar los músculos.
verb
Practicing sports or physical activities.
She exercises regularly at the gym.
Ella ejerce regularmente en el gimnasio.
Performing an activity with dedication.
He practices his profession with great passion.
Él ejerce su profesión con gran pasión.
Etymology
From Latin 'exercitĭum', which means 'activity' or 'practice'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to exercise
Engaging in physical activity to stay fit.
hacer ejercicio
there is no bad exercise
Any type of physical activity is beneficial.
no hay ejercicio malo
outdoor exercise
Physical activity performed in open spaces.
ejercicio al aire libre
Related Words
to exercise
To engage in exercise to maintain or improve health or skill.
ejercitar
training
An organized process to enhance physical performance.
entrenamiento
Slang Meanings
To make a physical effort.
I'm going to do a couple of exercises before the competition.
Voy a darle un par de ejercías antes de la competencia.
To be in good shape.
That girl is very fit; she must do a lot of exercise.
Esa chica está muy en forma, debe hacer mucho ejercía.